The relationship of seat-belt use/non-use to beliefs, previous experience and social influence : a direct observation method.

Author(s)
Cunill, M. Gras, M.E. Planes, M. & Cano, A.
Year
Abstract

This paper reports a study using direct observation and questionnaires to establish the reasons for using or not using seat belts. Drivers who travelled by highways were more likely to wear a belt than those using urban roads. Non-users reported discomfort and movement limitation as reasons. It is noted that many drivers were unaware of belt effectiveness in reducing injury in a collision. Personal experience of traffic sanctions for non-compliance did not affect belt use, but beliefs about belt use by family and friends were related to personal use. A predictive model of belt use was developed. The authors recommend safety information campaigns on the effectiveness of seat belts; design changes to reduce discomfort; and changing the perception that belt non-use is safe, which increases with driving experience. For the covering abstract see ITRD E113725 (C 22328 CD-ROM).

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C 22440 (In: C 22328 CD-ROM) /83 /91 / ITRD E114151
Source

In: Proceedings of the International Conference on Traffic and Transport Psychology ICTTP 2000, Berne, Switzerland, 4-7 September 2000, Pp-, 14 ref.

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